{"id":101775,"date":"2025-03-29T10:36:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-29T05:36:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zameen.com\/news\/?p=101775"},"modified":"2025-03-25T13:51:20","modified_gmt":"2025-03-25T08:51:20","slug":"olive-farming-in-swat-to-boost-farmers-incomes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zameen.com\/news\/olive-farming-in-swat-to-boost-farmers-incomes.html","title":{"rendered":"KP pushes olive farming in Swat to boost farmers\u2019 incomes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Swat: The Department of Agriculture (Extension) has launched a major initiative to promote olive cultivation in Swat, aiming to enhance farmers\u2019 incomes and encourage sustainable agriculture in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The project was formally inaugurated with a grafting demonstration in Ghakhi Bandai, Kabal Tehsil, where officials showcased techniques to convert wild olive trees into fruit-bearing varieties. The event was attended by MPA PK-9 Swat Hameed-ur-Rehman, Chairman Tehsil Council Kabal Saeed Khan, and District Director Agriculture (Extension) Lower Swat Dr. Iftikhar Ahmed, alongside local farmers and agriculture department representatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zameen.com\/news\/pakistan-international-olive-council-member.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pakistan becomes official member of International Olive Council<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Addressing the gathering, MPA Hameed-ur-Rehman emphasized that grafting wild olive trees across Lower Swat would significantly benefit the farming community. He highlighted how increased olive production could generate new economic opportunities and reduce dependency on traditional crops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chairman Tehsil Council Kabal Saeed Khan praised the Agriculture Department\u2019s ongoing farmer-support programs, citing successful initiatives like free distribution of fruit fly traps and the promotion of kitchen gardening. He urged farmers to take full advantage of the government\u2019s efforts to modernize agriculture in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Iftikhar Ahmed underscored the environmental benefits of expanding olive cultivation, noting its potential to combat climate change and improve soil health. He assured landowners that the department would provide continuous technical support, encouraging them to stay in close contact with agriculture officials for guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zameen.com\/news\/drought-hit-areas-to-be-planted-with-olive-trees.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Drought-hit areas to be planted with olive trees<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The project aligns with the provincial government\u2019s broader agricultural development plans and aims to position Swat as a key region for olive production in Pakistan. Farmers are encouraged to participate actively in the initiative to maximize its long-term benefits.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Swat: The Department of Agriculture (Extension) has launched a major initiative to promote olive cultivation in Swat, aiming to enhance farmers\u2019 incomes and encourage sustainable agriculture in the region. The project was formally inaugurated with a grafting demonstration in Ghakhi Bandai, Kabal Tehsil, where officials showcased techniques to convert wild olive trees into fruit-bearing varieties. The event was attended by MPA PK-9 Swat Hameed-ur-Rehman, Chairman Tehsil Council Kabal Saeed Khan, and District Director Agriculture (Extension) Lower Swat Dr. Iftikhar Ahmed, alongside local farmers and agriculture department representatives. Read: Pakistan becomes official member of International Olive Council Addressing the gathering, MPA Hameed-ur-Rehman emphasized that grafting wild olive trees across Lower Swat would significantly benefit the farming community. He highlighted how increased olive production could generate new economic opportunities and reduce dependency on traditional crops. Chairman Tehsil Council Kabal Saeed Khan praised the Agriculture Department\u2019s ongoing farmer-support programs, citing successful initiatives like free distribution of fruit fly traps and the promotion of kitchen gardening. He urged farmers to take full advantage of the government\u2019s efforts to modernize agriculture in the region. 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